Ph mechanics Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

The nurse explains that the purpose of mucus is to: a. warm the air entering the lungs. b. trap particles and bacteria. c. protect the cilia. d. clean the sinus cavity. Correct Answer B Mucus traps particles and bacteria that may be in the inspired air. A patient with emphysema presents to the emergency room with severe dyspnea; O2 saturation is 74%, pulse is 120, and respirations are 26 . The nurse positions the patient in high Fowler. What action should the nurse take next? a. Col...

JBL Ch. 16 Respiratory Emergencies Exam Questions And Answers Bronchi - ANSWER- two short branches located at the lower end of the trachea that carry air into the lungs. carina - ANSWER- Point at which the trachea bifurcates (divides) into the left and right mainstem bronchi. Bronchioles - ANSWER- smallest branches of the bronchi are thin and have little cellular structure. 1. This is helpful for gas exchange. 2. Lack cilia, have no protective mucus, and are not shielded by smooth...

What is ventilation? correct answers It is the movement of air into and out of the alveoli. What are the mechanics of ventilation? correct answers Elasticity, compliance, resistance, pressure, and gravity. What is Boyles Law? correct answers Air flows from a region of higher pressure to a region of lower pressure. In order to initiate a breath, the must be a drop in alveolar pressure for air to flow into the lungs What are the indications for mechanical ventilation? correct answers Acut...

Which of the following colors will result in a shortened processing time when using a lightener on gray hair. - Answer orange All of the following techniques can be performed with bleach EXCEPT - Answer reverse technique all of the following have insufficient structure to color except - Answer green cast all of the following are color units of measurements except - Answer dominant OSHA regulates all of these except - Answer evaluation of skilled and competent services what system ...

Chapter 2 Fetal Cardiopulmonary Development Multiple Choice 1. What percentage of live births occurs before the 37-week gestation period? A. 10% B. 15% C. 12% D. 18% ANS: C 2. What measuring tool for due date estimation is effective at young gestational age as a result of size variability being minimal? A. Biparietal diameter B. Crown-rump C. Transverse diameter of the head D. Head circumference ANS: B 3. During which lung development stage do the right ...

5/3/19 ATI FUNDAMENTALS EXAM 1. CHAPTER 1: HEALTH CARE DELIVERY SYSTEMS A. Components of Health care systems a. Participants 1. Consumers- clients 2. Providers a. Licensed providers: registered nurses, license practical (or vocational) nurses (LPN), advanced practice nurses (APN), medical doctors, pharmacists, dentists, dietitians, physical/respiratory/occupational therapists, etc b. Unlicensed providers: assistive personal b. Settings 1. Hospitals, homes, skilled nursing, assisted living, schoo...

Which of the following may cause primary respiratory alkalosis? - ANSWER Fever A quadriplegic male is experiencing difficulty breathing and restlessness. His skin is warm and his urine is dark, yellow and cloudy. Vital signs are BP 86/68, P-128, R-24, temp 101.2 F (38degrees C). Which type of shock should you suspect? - ANSWER Septic A 20-year-old male college student complains of acute onset of fever, headache, vomiting, and malaise. He appears ill and has a petechial rash on his extremit...

How many liters of blood do adults have? - Answer4-6 True or False: Blood is a connective tissue - AnswerTrue Plasma makes up ______ % of the blood - Answer55% Which leukocytes are granulocytes? - AnswerNeutrophils, Basophils, Eosinophils Which leukocytes are agranulocytes? - AnswerLymphocytes (T cells & B cells), Monocytes & Macrophages Erythrocytes make up _____% of the hematocrit - Answer37-52% Plasma makes up _____% of hematocrit - Answer47-63% Plasma is ____% water - An...

Texas State Florists' Association High School Floral Certification Study Guide Filler -Answer-Floral material that has an "airy" look to create the finishing touch. Dry pack -Answer-The storage or shipment of flowers out of water. Processing -Answer-Cutting flower stems properly and providing proper treatment at any stage of the distribution process. Mechanics -Answer-Supplies,methods and materials that designers use to place and hold flowers and foliage in an arrangement. Retail flor...

A client is receiving furosemide (Lasix) to relieve edema. The nurse should monitor the client for which response to the medication? 1 Retention of sodium ions 2 Negative nitrogen balance Correct3 Excessive loss of potassium ions 4 Increase in the urine specific gravity Furosemide is a potent diuretic used to provide rapid diuresis; it acts in the loop of Henle and causes depletion of electrolytes, such as potassium and sodium. Furosemide inhibi...